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REAL AF with Andy Frisella

Andy Frisella
Entrepreneurship
Donald Trump
Mental Toughness
Leadership
75 Hard Program
Personal Development
Discipline
75 Hard
Charlie Kirk
Personal Growth
Jeffrey Epstein
Trump
Iran
Israel
Elon Musk
Zohran Mamdani
Work-Life Balance
Mental Health
Self-Improvement
Accountability

Entrepreneur Andy Frisella and his guests discuss, debate, and laugh their way through trending topics and hot-button issues. (This is also the home of Andy's other show, the top-ranked MFCEO Project Podcast)

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On today's episode, Andy answers your questions on how to set different levels of leadership in your growing business, how to network with older professionals in your industry, and how to close deals with clients who take forever to commit.

On today's episode, Andy and DJ discuss Susan Dell, wife of Dell CEO Michael Dell, sparking a social media frenzy following her appearance at the White House, the Trump administration cutting Microsoft off from a major visa program over allegations o... more

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the White House monitoring a suspected plague outbreak in Russia after a lab worker reportedly died and hundreds were quarantined, a 15-year-old student having his hand blown off while attempting to throw a stun ... more

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss a farmer who helped foil a suspected Iranian terror plot targeting a UK military base and his concerns that several suspects may still be at large, a powerful Nor'easter bringing massive waves and flooding to the... more

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Kate Lincoln Goldfinch
Immigration attorney featured in discussion of the Austin incident
Immigration law practice
Episode: 1061. Andy & DJ CTI: MSM Suing Trump, ICE Agent Shoots Man In Texas & Converse Apologizing
Sophie Cunningham
Basketball player known for advocacy on women's sports
ESPN interviewee mentioned in episode
Episode: 1047. Andy & DJ CTI: House Passes Defense Bill With Israel Provision, $1 Taco Bell Meal & Sophie Cunningham On Transgender Athletes
DJ Cruise The Motherfucking Internet
DJ CTI, invited guest
DJ CTI
Episode: 1037. Andy, AJ (An0maly) & DJ CTI: UFC Freedom 250, Trump Announces US And Iran Reach Peace Deal & Elon Musk Becomes First Trillionaire
Blake Black
Connecticut-based leader sharing leadership and organizational insights
Real Af team (CTI segment)
Episode: 1034. REAL AF LIVE | CTI + Q&AF (Summer Smash '26)
DJ Cruz
CTI, the motherfucking internet
CTI (Cruz the Internet)
Episode: 1032. Andy & DJ CTI: ICE Facility Chaos, Fake Navy Pilot Busted & Ferrari EVs
Tim Grover
Author/coach, wrote the forward for the Book on Mental Toughness
Episode: 1031. Q&AF Ft. Tim Grover: Avoiding Discomfort, Staying Motivated After Big Wins & Becoming Your Best Self
Shane Gillis
Comedian; invited guest discussed as a prominent figure in the roast
Celebrity comedian
Episode: 1025. Andy & DJ CTI: Trump Plans To Suspend Federal Gas Tax, Hantavirus Cruise Ship & Shane Gillis Infuriates Chelsea Handler
Christian Schauf
Founder of Uncharted Supply Co.
Uncharted Supply Co.
Episode: 1016. Andy, Christian Schauf & DJ CTI: Trump Fires Pam Bondi As AG, Justice Jackson On Birthright Citizenship & US Running "Forced Breeding Programs"
Chad Bianco
Sheriff, Riverside County
Riverside County Sheriff's Office
Episode: 1015. Andy, Chad Bianco & DJ CTI: Communists At No Kings Rally, Ground Operations In Iran & Tiger Woods DUI

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Andy Frisella
Host and primary interviewer; central figure driving the show's take-no-prisoners approach to entrepreneurship and personal development.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 59.1k ratings
  • Episode 1064

    Good points from Andy and DJ regarding the demoralized attitude of society in the US. However, I disagree with Andy in that Trump is not stupid. I believe he is. He doesn’t read the room and he and his administration don’t even realize they are setting the stage for other politicians to rape and raid the country. Trump and Biden should both go down as the dumbest presidents and administrations we’ve ever had in this country. Here’s a message for Trump and his stupid family: no one cares ab... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SF 1992
    United States14 days ago
  • Andy & DJ are the best!

    I started listening in 2025. It’s now September 2026 and I’ve listened to all of this year and last years shows, and started working my way backwards. I love when Andy answers questions and responds to people who email them. Honestly at this point I’m basically getting my current events news from this show, while also using what’s taught in my own business. Great show. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agodd666
    United States21 days ago
  • Grifter

    Another MAGA grifter churning out comically low-IQ content meant for mouth breathers with two brain cells.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cakers999
    United States21 days ago
  • RNC, Charlie Kirk

    Talked about the need to work together (left and right) never happening. DT has more support from left leaners, has revealed corruption, etc etc. I’m Independent not a Republican

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    pistachiokarma
    United States23 days ago
  • New Listener

    Just started listening maybe 2 months ago. Already on episode 220 of the MFCEO. Listen every day. Great content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkyChre90
    Canadaa month ago

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1063. Q&AF: Competing Against Friends, Passion vs. Profit & Leadership at Scale
Q: How do you or would you keep doing business with friends without causing conflicts between the friendship?
The host argues that friendships can coexist with business when there is clear communication, boundaries, and a mature approach to professional interactions, and cautions against copying others' ideas or thinking it's always best to avoid friends in business. He emphasizes choosing partners you're genuinely aligned with and maintaining professional standards.
1058. Q&AF: The Guilt Of Taking Time Off, Too Good For Promotion? & Feeling Behind
Q: How do you deal with the guilt of taking time off when you're obsessed with building something?
The host explains that being obsessed with a vision is a reality for high achievers and that time off can be purposeful if it fuels renewed hunger; he emphasizes that productive focus and rapid learning come from working through discomfort, while recognizing that some people are not built to live like the majority. The key is understanding that doubt and pressure are normal, and time off should be used strategically to recharge and return with sharper focus rather than seeing it as a personal failure.
1054. Q&AF: Starting From Scratch, Leadership Communication & Team Building Tactics
Q: How do you shift from direct to empowering leadership as a company grows?
Move from giving direct orders to asking more questions, develop the team by letting them own decisions, and only intervene when needed to guide learning and prevent major mistakes.
1054. Q&AF: Starting From Scratch, Leadership Communication & Team Building Tactics
Q: If you're starting from nothing, what should your first 90 days look like?
Identify a core idea, validate demand with low-cost tests, and begin building a brand and a simple product while continuing to work another job to cover expenses; focus on learning, testing, and creating a scalable concept rather than chasing money.
1056. Q&AF: Handling Multiple Businesses, Using Passion For Skill & Finding Meaningful Purpose
Q: What part should I take? Should I take the running four ventures together and see how that goes or should I just take one and push that as much as I can?
Start with one main thing, as spreading yourself too thin in the early stages severely reduces odds of success; focus, build credibility, and then expand once you have a solid foundation and the revenue to support diversification.

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